Part Time - Student (undergraduate) - Ovpcc Tract 2 Reu Research Assistant

Penn State

Berks, Pennsylvania, US
Hybrid
Currently enrolled undergraduate student
Information sciences & technology major
Computer science major or related field
Penn State is seeking a part-time undergraduate research assistant for a project focused on the effectiveness of Large Language Model ensembles in qualitative research. The role requires a background in Information Sciences & Technology or Computer Science and involves hands-on experience with machine learning and natural language processing

Job Summary

  • Join an innovative research team exploring the effectiveness of Large Language Model ensembles versus individual models for thematic deductive analysis of text.
  • This project aims to advance AI applications in qualitative research while providing hands-on experience in machine learning and natural language processing.
  • The position requires specific background clearances including PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal FBI Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.

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Penn State is seeking a part-time undergraduate research assistant for a project focused on the effectiveness of Large Language Model ensembles in qualitative research. The role requires a background in Information Sciences & Technology or Computer Science and involves hands-on experience with machine learning and natural language processing.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Currently enrolled undergraduate student
  • Information Sciences & Technology major
  • Computer Science major or related field
  • Basic Python programming skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Nice-to-have

  • Familiarity with natural language processing concepts
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • Experience with machine learning methodologies

Key Requirements

  • Current enrollment as an undergraduate student
  • Major in Information Sciences & Technology, Computer Science, or related field
  • PA State Police Criminal Background Check clearance
  • PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form
  • Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check

Work Rights

Must be current Penn State employee or student; external applicants eligible via Workday

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